Project Engineer – Public Works

Pape-Dawson

Project Engineer overseeing engineering execution for Public Works projects at Pape-Dawson. Responsible for technical deliverables, mentoring staff, and client communication.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeOP-Summercrest • Kansas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and produce complete engineering designs, including plans, specifications, reports, calculations, and estimates, in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
Evaluate design alternatives, apply sound engineering judgment, and select solutions that balance technical quality, constructability, cost, and schedule.
Coordinate technical work with project managers, internal disciplines, subconsultants, and external stakeholders.
Review and oversee work prepared by engineers, EITs, designers, and technicians to ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality.
Prepare and review technical reports, studies, and documentation using standard engineering and office software tools.
Support project delivery by identifying technical risks, resolving design issues, and contributing to schedule and budget adherence.
Communicate effectively with clients, agencies, and project partners, representing the company with professionalism and confidence.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior staff, supporting their professional development.
Participate in professional, technical, or community organizations to support continued growth and industry engagement.
Uphold company values and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
Lead traffic and transportation design tasks, including intersection geometry, signing, pavement markings, and traffic control.
Prepare and review traffic studies such as traffic impact analyses, safety assessments, and operational evaluations.
Coordinate with agencies on traffic design standards, approvals, and technical reviews.
Lead roadway and highway design efforts, including development of plans, specifications, and estimates.
Evaluate design alternatives related to alignments, typical sections, right-of-way impacts, and cost.
Lead the planning and design of wastewater collection systems.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
Minimum of 4 years of progressive engineering experience
Strong understanding of engineering principles, design standards, and regulatory requirements.
Proficiency with applicable engineering design and analysis software.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to lead technical work, mentor others, and coordinate across disciplines.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible working hours
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

Engineering DesignTraffic StudiesDesign StandardsRegulatory RequirementsCalculationsSpecificationsEstimatesTechnical ReportsDesign Alternatives EvaluationWastewater Collection Systems

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCollaborationMentoring

Certifications

Bachelor's Degree in Civil EngineeringABET Accreditation